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Wayne Froats
Sport: Softball
Year Inducted: 2012

Wayne Froats was a well known pitcher in Cornwall’s Industrial League.

Wayne made his way to the North End League in 1956, and spent three seasons chucking for the Howard Smith Paper Mill team (1961-63).

While known for pitching, Wayne was also among the league leaders in batting as well.

Wayne played in many leagues including teams like Farran’s Point, and Glengarry Transport where he earned league MVP honours in 1968.

His career included two no hitters, one in which he had 18 strikeouts.

Wayne is also a member of the South Stormont Sports Hall of Fame (2010).